Revamp Your Career with These 10 Powerful Communication Hacks

Great leaders are great communicators.

They use their personalities, voices, body language, and understanding of interpersonal dynamics to control situations and take charge. 

“Communication is one of the so-called ‘soft skills that employers tell us are essential for career advancement. …

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Underwriter vs. Actuary: What’s the Difference?

The difference between an underwriter vs. actuary is subtle. Both professionals assess risk and often work in the insurance industry. However, actuaries work more behind the scenes developing methods to measure risks and analyze trends. On the other hand, underwriters …

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Success Story of the Week: Ning Yang

The Career Design Lab is thrilled to celebrate the successes of all of our Columbia University School of Professional Studies students and alumni.
This week we highlight a recent graduate from the Applied Analytics program. Congratulations to Ning Yang on …

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Success Story of the Week: Maria Fernanda Enrich Piza

The Career Design Lab is thrilled to celebrate the successes of all of our Columbia University School of Professional Studies students and alumni.
This week we highlight an alumna from the Applied Analytics program. Congratulations to Maria Fernanda Enrich Piza …

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From Subject Matter Expert to Team Leader

Subject matter experts know everything about their fields of expertise.

You’re probably a widely-respected thought leader in your industry, publishing articles and speaking at conferences left and right. 

But unfortunately, being a thought leader doesn’t automatically make you a team …

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Tips for navigating your ADHD when working

Navigating the challenges of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is difficult for many, especially in the workplace. Whether remote or in-person, office settings can have many distractions, making it hard to focus regardless of whether you have ADHD or not. …

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Top 20 U.S. metro areas for diverse students, grads to find jobs

As a diverse student or recent graduate, finding the perfect job in a welcoming and inclusive environment can be challenging. It’s essential to consider not only the job market but also the culture and opportunities available in a city before …

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How to Deal with a Job Offer While You’re Still Interviewing

If you’ve been particularly industrious when it comes to your job search you might be feeling overwhelmed with emails, phone calls, and interviews, but what happens when you receive a job offer while you’ve got a bunch of other post-interview …

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We help applicants, students, job-seekers and professionals like you find the right career path using the power of firsthand experiences.
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30+ Common IT Interview Questions (and How to Answer Them)

Information technology (IT) is a broad field covering various roles, from data analyst to DevOps engineer. While each role can vary significantly in qualifications and responsibilities, there are many common IT interview questions you can prepare for — so you’re …

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Can Resumes Be More than Two Pages?

A Google search returns a huge number of articles about how long a resume should be.

Some say that resumes should never be longer than a single page, no matter how many decades of experience you have. But according to …

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